Carlyle Senior Care of Florence
133 West Clarke Road · Florence, SC · 29501 · 8436694374
88 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Carlyle Senior Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.37 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.15 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2026
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2026
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected April 25, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F March 27, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected March 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 9, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected March 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 19, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 10, 2024 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425163 · certified since June 16, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.